Definition of souvenirnext
as in reminder
something that serves to keep alive the memory of a person or event kept their love letters as souvenirs of their courtship

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Recent Examples of souvenir The other souvenir popcorn bucket, a replica of an Imax camera, sold out immediately, according to Kiara. Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 18 July 2026 Many tourists treat books as a selfie backdrop or a vacation souvenir—but there, in the basement, they may be moved to actually crack a book open. Sophia Nguyen, The Atlantic, 18 July 2026 Picklesburgh crowds put on a fashion show this week — with pickle-print outfits and punny shirts, hats and more — while scooping up swag and souvenir merch. Usa Today, USA Today, 18 July 2026 The bizarre souvenir became a viral sensation and almost managed to overshadow his Dolce & Gabbana bag. Dylan Jones, Robb Report, 16 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for souvenir
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Noun
  • Rearrange a schedule, automate a reminder, or create a small system that keeps bills, tasks, or energy from leaking through the cracks.
    Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 18 July 2026
  • Kylie Kelce’s latest vacation outfit is a reminder that some of the best summer looks are also the most basic.
    Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026
Noun
  • The creation of the Confederate memorial at Stone Mountain was driven by some of those same beliefs.
    John Blake, CNN Money, 19 July 2026
  • Family was gathered for a memorial at sea Family members told the San Francisco Chronicle that most of the approximately 20 passengers aboard the vessel were members of the extended Boisa family.
    James Ward, USA Today, 18 July 2026

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“Souvenir.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/souvenir. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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